Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:59am on 18 Oct 2025,Saturday India Global
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has proposed a new digital ID system called the ‘Brit Card,’ modeled on India’s Aadhaar program, during his visit to Mumbai. The initiative aims to streamline access to public services and tackle illegal employment by providing a secure, government-backed identification method. Unlike Aadhaar, it will not initially use biometric data. However, the proposal has drawn criticism over privacy risks, potential government overreach, and data security concerns. Opposition parties and public surveys indicate declining support for digital IDs, raising questions about the initiative’s implementation and costs.
